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PICTURES: Police cordon off centre of Highland town after huge collapse of roof masonry

PICTURES: Police cordon off centre of Highland town after huge collapse of roof masonry

PICTURES: Police cordon off centre of Highland town after huge collapse of roof masonry

01 May 2023

A police cordon has been set up around Traill Street in Thurso after tons of sandstone blocks fell from the parapet of a building.


Budapest Cafe Orchestra will play these Ross-shire dates

Budapest Cafe Orchestra will play these Ross-shire dates

Budapest Cafe Orchestra will play these Ross-shire dates

01 May 2023

The Budapest Cafe Orchestra – regular visitors to the north – will be back in May for dates taking them across the Highlands.


Highland rapist branded 'pathetic' by brave victim after latest failed bid for freedom

Highland rapist branded 'pathetic' by brave victim after latest failed bid for freedom

Highland rapist branded 'pathetic' by brave victim after latest failed bid for freedom

01 May 2023

A courageous woman who helped convict a rapist by making secret recordings has called his latest failed bid for freedom 'pathetic'.


Young Ardgay entrepreneur reveals pledges as she leads the way in climate advocacy

Young Ardgay entrepreneur reveals pledges as she leads the way in climate advocacy

Young Ardgay entrepreneur reveals pledges as she leads the way in climate advocacy

01 May 2023

Ciara Bow (24) has become the first certified Youth Climate Advocate for the Highlands.


Why is this Easter Ross producer thrilled about Minger, Fat Cow and Blue Murder?

Why is this Easter Ross producer thrilled about Minger, Fat Cow and Blue Murder?

Why is this Easter Ross producer thrilled about Minger, Fat Cow and Blue Murder?

01 May 2023

The names stand out in stores but have also tantalised the taste buds of judges at the Scottish Retail Food & Drink Awards with a shortlisting.


Highland roads improve by just 0.2 per cent while pothole backlog edges towards £200 million

Highland roads improve by just 0.2 per cent while pothole backlog edges towards £200 million

Highland roads improve by just 0.2 per cent while pothole backlog edges towards £200 million

01 May 2023

The council says 'our results over the last 11 years show a significant deterioration' which is a 'long term trend'


Highland firms spill the beans on business confidence and the cost of living crisis

Highland firms spill the beans on business confidence and the cost of living crisis

Highland firms spill the beans on business confidence and the cost of living crisis

01 May 2023

There are signs of a gradual increase in business confidence but recovery remains fragile.


Highland bishop set to take pivotal role in King Charles' coronation

Highland bishop set to take pivotal role in King Charles' coronation

Highland bishop set to take pivotal role in King Charles' coronation

01 May 2023

A Highland-based bishop is set to take on an important ceremonial duty at the coronation of King Charles and the Queen Consort.


17 photos: Ross-shire models help fashion £5K boost for cancer research cause

17 photos: Ross-shire models help fashion £5K boost for cancer research cause

17 photos: Ross-shire models help fashion £5K boost for cancer research cause

01 May 2023

The feelgood event was well supported and raised a tidy sum for the charity.


Major rural and islands transport gathering heading to Highlands

Major rural and islands transport gathering heading to Highlands

Major rural and islands transport gathering heading to Highlands

01 May 2023

Two day event aims to tackle the perilous state of Scotland’s rural and islands transport services


Jamie Stone calls for public inquiry over Highland power line plans

Jamie Stone calls for public inquiry over Highland power line plans

Jamie Stone calls for public inquiry over Highland power line plans

01 May 2023

Far north MP Jamie Stone is calling for public inquiry into the controversial plans for an overhead power line between Spittal and Beauly.


PICTURES: A touch of luxury in bedroom of NC500 hotel after £1.8m revamp

PICTURES: A touch of luxury in bedroom of NC500 hotel after £1.8m revamp

PICTURES: A touch of luxury in bedroom of NC500 hotel after £1.8m revamp

01 May 2023

A look inside and out at Highland hotels following major makeover as NC500 market is targeted.


Failure to generate green energy manufacturing jobs 'has become a national embarrassment'

Failure to generate green energy manufacturing jobs 'has become a national embarrassment'

Failure to generate green energy manufacturing jobs 'has become a national embarrassment'

30 April 2023

Scotland needs to do more to ensure the much-trumpeted transition to green energy generates manufacturing jobs and supply chains, a union claims.


'Hard work and professionalism' of UHI director is recognised with top accolade

'Hard work and professionalism' of UHI director is recognised with top accolade

'Hard work and professionalism' of UHI director is recognised with top accolade

30 April 2023

Alison Lochhead has been named a Fellow from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations.


Highland joiner fined and banned from driving after crashes

Highland joiner fined and banned from driving after crashes

Highland joiner fined and banned from driving after crashes

30 April 2023

Claims to police that the car had been stolen were proved to be false after a DNA check.


PICTURES: Highland teenager completes epic Africa cycling challenge to help a centre for young people with complex needs

PICTURES: Highland teenager completes epic Africa cycling challenge to help a centre for young people with complex needs

PICTURES: Highland teenager completes epic Africa cycling challenge to help a centre for young people with complex needs

30 April 2023

The former Gordonstoun School pupil was also inspired by a journey undertaken by Scottish explorer grandfather David Lessels, 70 years ago.


WATCH: Who is the new World Tattie Scone Champion?

WATCH: Who is the new World Tattie Scone Champion?

WATCH: Who is the new World Tattie Scone Champion?

30 April 2023

A chef was the winner of the World Tattie Scone Championships.


Five-times-the-limit Highland driver swerving on Kessock Bridge learns his fate

Five-times-the-limit Highland driver swerving on Kessock Bridge learns his fate

Five-times-the-limit Highland driver swerving on Kessock Bridge learns his fate

30 April 2023

The 66-year-old doesn't intend to drive again, according to his solicitor.


ROSS-SHIRE THROUGH THE LENS: A daunder along the Peffery Way

ROSS-SHIRE THROUGH THE LENS: A daunder along the Peffery Way

ROSS-SHIRE THROUGH THE LENS: A daunder along the Peffery Way

30 April 2023

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CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Growth and new life come through crisis, through the shaking of the old

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Growth and new life come through crisis, through the shaking of the old

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Growth and new life come through crisis, through the shaking of the old

30 April 2023

Despite the frequent brokenness in church history, the times when all is shaken, there remains hope, says our columnist.


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